Amana owners in Kankakee usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Amana and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Amana. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Amana dishwashers and other brands.
Who Works on Amana Dishwashers Near Kankakee
17 repair companies serve Kankakee from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Kankakee, and the rest are spread across Steger (2), Frankfort (2), and Mokena (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. No company within 90 miles of Kankakee mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Regie's Appliance Repair, about 1.4 miles away. The 14 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kankakee. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 17 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.0, 2.9 |
Closest matches for Kankakee: Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Bourbonnais, 4.6 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Solutions Used Appliances (2.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 66 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Duncan Home Services (28.5 miles away, based in Frankfort, 4.9 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bade the Appliance Specialists (2.9 miles away, based in Bradley, 4.4 stars from 72 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Amana Dishwasher
How Amana Dishwashers Are Built
Some Amana dishwashers instead use a maintenance-free filter style with a foreign object cup that is emptied when it fills. Source: Amana - Filter is Dirty - Dishwasher
The drain hose must rise in a loop at least 20 inches above the floor, and Amana recommends an air gap when the connection sits lower. Source: Amana - Checking the Drain Loop Height
Common Amana Dishwasher Problems
- Dishwasher not draining. Amana says to cut power and water, remove standing water, clean the filters and sump, then check the drain hose for kinks, a missing high loop, a clogged air gap, or an unremoved disposer knockout plug. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Not Draining
- Dishwasher odor. Amana says to pull and rinse the drain filter first, then run a cleaner in an empty hot cycle and make sure the drain and disposer are clear. Source: Amana - Removing Odors in your Dishwasher
Reading a Amana Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F8E4 | Water has been detected in the drip tray under the tub. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| F9E1 | Drain is taking too long, meaning the unit is not draining. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| F6E1 | Communication problem between the user interface and the main control. Source: Amana - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
Amana Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- An error code on the display
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Amana Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser filled and use a cycle with heated dry for better drying results. Source: Amana - Dishes Not Drying: Quick Fix Guide
- Clean the upper and lower filters about once a month, or every two weeks with heavy daily use, using running water and a soft brush rather than wire brushes or scouring pads. Source: Amana - How to Clean the Dishwasher Filters
What Amana Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Amana dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Dishwasher Notes for Kankakee, IL
Most dishwasher calls in Kankakee come down to the same handful of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the inlet valve, the door latch and the heating parts.
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Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Kankakee
- How often do you repair Amana dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Amana Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Kankakee, IL
Is this Amana customer service?
Why does my Amana dishwasher show an error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Amana dishwashers?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
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Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Amana repair.